Halfmoon Bay Police Station

Oban Volunteer Fire Brigade

Argyle Street
Visitors should note that the fire siren is tested every Monday at 7.00pm

General Services / Information

Safety

Please be aware of, and use our footpaths. Where there are no footpaths take extreme care and obey general road rules. Always be aware that vehicles are using the same carriageway. Bright clothing or carrying a torch at night would also be an added safety precaution.

Banking

There are no Banks on the island but there is an ATM located in the Four Square supermarket (New Zealand banks only). Some businesses only accept cash but many now have EFTPOS facilities and accept major credit cards.

Power

Power costs on the island are very expensive (4 times the cost of mainland power). Authorities are now looking into alternatives. Turning off all appliances and lighting when leaving your accommodation would make for good relations with your hosts.

Churches

Community Centre

Located in central Halfmoon Bay (Oban) the Community Centre is an ideal venue for an educational exchange, conference (up to 250 people), social function, team building weekend, workshop, crafts display, theatrical production or sporting event. Visitors to the island are welcome to use the stadium or gym for a small fee.

Community Noticeboard

Local events, volunteer opportunities, items for sale or rent, lost & found - the community noticeboard is right next to the supermarket. Sit and watch the world go by or chat with a local, it all happens here!

Lions Club

First Wednesday of each month at 7pm - see the Community Noticeboard next to the supermarket for more information.

Rakiura Refuse Recovery Centre

Horseshoe Point Road
Tel: +64 (0)3 219 1581
Roadside refuse collection is every Tuesday morning. Public recycling/rubbish bins are situated beside the Community Centre, at the entrance to the wharf, and on Elgin Terrace.